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knitting/crocheting help for teen??

which is easier to learn how to do... knitting or crocheting?? -i saw an article in a magazine today about how knitting/crocheting helped a teen girl like de-stress and she donated some of the peices she made to charity and stuff. and i dont really have a hobby. and would like to help charity. -so i was wondering which is easier to do--for a teenage girl at least. --and any good websites/books that could teach me how or show me step by step how to do it. (no one in my family knows how. lol) -any help would be appreciated! -thanks!

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1. in my opinion crocheting. go to michaels, they have some how-to-do-it books.
2. knitting is easier because knitting is just done the way it's said on the direction list as of knitting a sweater. it tells u wht to do and that is how u can take the thing for knitting. i loved knitting when i was little. knitting was my hobby.until now i made 5 medium sized sweaters.
3. hi, i am mugsy and i do both. the easist is crocheting. the easy one to start with is the flower. i will send u the pattern and i'll work with u on it. is that ok? i am now doing a afgain that thas two colores. but what is so great about it, is I am using a double tipped hook (hook on both ends)this is my first for this one I am 58 years old, so old dog can learn new tricks. don't get me wrong my sons say i am the oldest Teen ager they have ever meet. So it should be easyer I hope. we will see. click on to my picture and get my im and e-mail if u like. it will be easy, trust me. what better way to help others and u my just be able to even sell ur ware, after a time...... bye mugsy
4. I have done both and I honestly think that crochet is much easier. Check out this website: http://learntocrochet.lionbrand.com/ You can check the library for beginner books, used book stores or even thrift stores. I taught myself when I was a teenager and didn't really seem to have too much trouble. You just follow the directions and compare your stitch to the copy of the stitch in the book. (They usually have pictures.) There are also some web sites that will teach to how to make stitches. Whenever I have a question I always check the web first. Some arts & crafts stores hold classes occasionally and sometimes some schools do too. It is a relaxing thing to do even though sometimes you can get frustrated. Keep trying and keep practicing.
5. Hi, They're both easy,need patience and concentration at first but once you've learnt it's a bit like riding a bicycle-you never forget how to and you've learnt a skill you can pass on to friends,future children,etc. I found these websites through Google toolbar button gallery-hope they help.Might find learning what the abbreviations mean for different stitches is harder than actual knitting/crochet-LOL! They can vary between UK+USA. www.ethknits.co.uk/ Has links to good 'learn how to..' with clear pictures you could print and keep in your craft bag. www.craftbits.com/projectSearch.do My teenage daughter loves this site-not just knitting+crochet,lots fun hobbies. www.tropicalyarns.com Has patterns and ideas for charity eg socks and hats for troops!My favourite charity crafting is making blankets,hats,mittens,socks for Special Baby Unit at local hospital. Not sure if Oxfam still does pattern for jumpers for Third World children-maybe someone else can answer that?!Good luck,hope this helps you make fun stuff for charity.
6. Learning how to crochet or knit can be so much fun when you invite friends & family to join you! I would suggest checking at your LYS (local yarn shop) to see if you can book an entire class (like a party!) and then invite your loved ones to come learn with you with the goal that you all crochet something for a particular charity you have in mind; or invite your mother or best friend(s) to join you. The enthusiasm is infectious and makes the experience so much more special than learning from a book or website. If you would rather learn from a book or website, you certainly can -- many have! But still, don't go it alone! Join an online community to get the extra moral support; there are many here hosted by Yahoo! One of my favorites is "CrochetPartners." Does this mean you need to purchase a million books? Heaven's no! Your local library is a fantastic resource center! Personally, I like to recommend the book "How to Crochet" by Pauline Turner -- and "Crocheting in Plain English" by Maggie Rightetti (Maggie also has a knit version available). There are many "how to" websites to check out as well. For visual learners I like to recommend the website http://www.anniesattic.com as they have little video clips you can watch on your pc for free. But again, regardless if you opt to pick up the crochet hook or the knitting needles -- or both! -- I do highly recommend taking a class with a great instructor/teacher. The instructor/teacher will be able to answer your questions and help encourage you as you learn. :) ~Dee Stanziano CYCA Certified Crochet Teacher
7. I'm a ten-year-old (a future teen!), and I personally think knitting is easier. I've never had much problems with knitting. With only two stitches, you can make a whole lot more just by repeatedly switching stiches, but in crochet, there are like 5(?) separate stitches. Crochet just gets me confused sometimes and I'm very stubborn with the hook, too, sometimes. You might like to visit knittinghelp.com for free videos on knitting and knitting patterns. It helped a lot. I especially like to use the metal needles because I like the sound it makes and knit because my favorite grandmother knits, too.
8. Hi! I think you'll enjoy knitting, and you can get help and lessons from a local yarn store--either take a class or ask for help in getting started and buy some yarn. I knit for charity--one of my favorites is "afghans4Afghans" for children in war-torn Afghanistan. Your local hospital may need knitted hats, booties or blankets for babies. For good online videos, go to: http://www.knittinghelp.com/ They have good videos and directions. You may like the Yahoo group for new knitters called "KnittingNovices" The members are really nice and encouraging and explain techniques if you have a question. Knitting does relieve stress and so go for it!